2001 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 331 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Land Cruiser | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |